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Consulate–SSS Dialogue Highlights Next Steps in Advancing Social Protection for Overseas Filipinos, Including in Germany

July 3, 2025

03 July 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt welcomed the President and CEO of the Social Security System (SSS), Mr. Robert Joseph M. de Claro, and accompanying officers during their call on Consul General Marie Yvette L. Banzon Abalos on 02 July 2025. The visit marked the final stop in a 10-day mission that included engagements in Doha, Geneva, Rome, and Madrid. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between SSS and the Consulate to better serve the Filipino community in Germany, which remains under the jurisdiction of the SSS Milan office. With overseas membership still significantly low relative to the size of the diaspora, the delegation emphasized the importance of expanding SSS presence and improving access to services for Filipinos abroad. 

The Consul General highlighted the diversity of the Filipino community in Germany, which includes healthcare professionals, longtime residents, and newly arrived contract workers. Many early migrants are now pension claimants and often encounter challenges in accessing benefits and navigating SSS systems remotely. In response, both sides discussed possible ways to improve access to information and services, including through closer engagement with Filipino community partners and more regular participation in consular outreach activities. The Consulate expressed its openness to supporting future initiatives that would help make SSS programs more visible, accessible, and responsive to the needs of Filipinos in Germany. END


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UBE FIESTA HIGHLIGHTS STRENGTH OF FILIPINO COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL PRESENCE IN GERMAN PUBLIC LIFE

July 1, 2025

29 June 2025 – The 2025 edition of the Ube Fiesta in Germany held on 29 June, emerged as a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture and community, transforming Stuttgart’s central public square into a lively stage for heritage, creativity, and shared identity. The event, organized by Philnity e.V. and Filipino-German community organizations and volunteers in Baden-Württemberg and nearby states with the support of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt and local sponsors, placed the iconic purple yam—ube—at its heart. Attendees who braved the heat were treated to a diverse array of innovative ube-inspired dishes, while cultural presentations brought Filipino music, dance, and artistry to life. Behind the scenes, the spirit of volunteerism and community leadership embodied the Filipino value of bayanihan, making the festival a true grassroots success.
 
Set in a prominent public space, the Ube Fiesta powerfully underscored the growing visibility and positive contribution of Filipinos within Germany’s multicultural landscape. Consul General Ivy Banzon Abalos and Stuttgary’s local officials welcomed the event as a vital platform for intercultural dialogue and community engagement, recognizing how the Filipino diaspora-led initiatives foster deeper mutual understanding and enrich the social fabric of their host cities. The festival also marked the launch of the Department of Tourism Office in Frankfurt’s Sustainable Ube Farm Tour, an initiative inviting Filipino-German travelers to engage in ube food tourism by traveling to Bohol to experience ube at its source, and to explore other destinations such as Cebu and Manila, where local flavors, farm visits, and cultural immersion promote sustainable agriculture and authentic island experiences.
 
Adding a literary dimension to the sensory feast, the National Book Development Board curated a Philippine literature corner featuring bilingual and German translations of PH titles, amplifying the country’s narratives in anticipation of its Guest of Honour role at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair.
 
The festival’s cultural richness was further heightened by a performance from Filipino pop icon Eric Santos, whose presence attracted interest from Manila-based creative industries exploring Germany’s growing potential as a cultural and entertainment hub for Filipino talent.
 
Through Ube Fiesta 2025, the Filipino community demonstrated how cultural celebration, entrepreneurship, and community leadership can powerfully assert their presence and contribution in German public life. END
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PH MADRIGAL SINGERS SET THE TONE FOR THE PHILIPPINES GUEST OF HONOUR AT FBM 2025

June 26, 2025

26 June 2025 – The “Songs of a Culture” concert held on 26 June at the Romanfabrik in Frankfurt, headlined by the world-renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers, offered a captivating glimpse into the soul of the Philippines ahead of its Guest of Honour appearance at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025.
 
Attended by members of the Consular Corps, Filipino-German audiences, and cultural partners, the concert celebrated the Philippines’ rich musical heritage. With a repertoire that blended traditional folk songs and contemporary choral works, the Madrigal Singers delivered a performance that resonated deeply and set the cultural tone for the Philippines’ yearlong cultural and literary showcase across Germany. END
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PHILIPPINE LITERATURE, AUTHORS GAIN MOMENTUM AS GERMAN BOOK INDUSTRY SHOWS STRONG INTEREST AHEAD OF FRANKFURT BOOK FAIR 2025

June 26, 2025

26 June 2025 – To foster deeper literary and cultural exchange, ‘Engkwento’ program was held today in Frankfurt, bringing together Philippine authors and publishers with key players in the German book industry. The evening blended performance, ritual, and literature—featuring the Philippine Madrigal Singers’ “Danas-Diwa” dream sequence and the “Ipon-Tipon” rice ritual followed by a Filipino dinner that encouraged informal conversations and connections.


Central to the program were literary excerpts from Philippine works already translated into German, such as Wild Song by Candy Gourlay and Kites in the Night by Blaise Campo Gacoscos, which sparked keen interest among German booksellers and publishers eager to bring these titles to a wider German-speaking audience. Many expressed enthusiasm for narratives that highlight decolonial perspectives, indigenous identities, and underrepresented voices, areas where Philippine literature offers rich contributions.


The event also sparked dialogue about genres with growing appeal among German readers, including graphic novels, young adult fiction, science fiction, political and historical narratives, and climate fiction. With Germany’s increasing appetite for diverse and non-Western stories, and as the Philippines prepares to be Guest of Honour at FBM 2025, “Engkwento” laid important groundwork for lasting cultural and commercial partnerships in the publishing world. END 

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PHILIPPINE STORIES ILLUMINATE THE STAGE AT THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF GUEST OF HONOUR PROGRAM AT FRANKFURT BOOK FAIR 2025

June 26, 2025

Frankfurt, 26 June 2025 – The Philippines officially launched its program for its year as Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 during a press conference held today at the Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt. With over 77 literary events featuring 100 authors and 50 artists across exhibitions, performances, and film screenings, the Philippines is set to present a yearlong celebration of Filipino creativity, identity, and storytelling.

The program featured rich cultural and literary presentations and insights from key figures including Frankfurter Buchmesse President and CEO Juergen Boos, Senator Loren Legarda, and curators Karina Bolasco and Patrick Flores. Highlights included a stirring performance by the world-renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers, the unveiling of the literary and cultural programs, and a first look at the country’s pavilion design. The event concluded with a lively conversation between Filipino authors Blaise Campo Gacoscos and Candy Gourlay, moderated by translator and author Annette Hug, offering a compelling preview of the Philippines’ storytelling spirit on the global stage. END

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RIZAL’s 164th BIRTH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION IN WILHELMSFELD HIGHLIGHTS HIS ROLE IN SHAPING PH GUEST OF HONOUR THEME

June 23, 2025

22 June 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, together with the Knights of Rizal and Las Damas de Rizal Heidelberg/Wilhelmsfeld Chapter, commemorated today the 164th birth anniversary of Dr. José Rizal at Rizal Park in Wilhelmsfeld. A wreath-laying ceremony, graced by Consul General Marie Yvette L. Banzon Abalos and Wilhelmsfeld Mayor Tobias Dangel, honored Rizal’s deep connection to Germany and his lasting influence on Filipino identity. The celebration also highlighted how Rizal’s novel Noli Me Tangere inspired the Philippines’ Guest of Honour theme,

“Imagination peoples the air,” at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025. The theme reflects Rizal’s enduring call for imagination, truth, and national awakening. The event reaffirmed Rizal’s vital role in shaping the stories and creativity the Philippines will proudly share with the world during its role as the Guest of Honour country at the Frankfurter Buchmesse in October this year. END

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FILIPINOS IN MUNICH URGED TO ELEVATE PH IMAGE DURING 127th PH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

June 21, 2025

21 June 2025 – Consul General Ivy Banzon Abalos graced the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration in Munich, hosted by Honorary Consul Stefan Detig, with the strong presence of the Filipino-German community. The Consul General lauded their meaningful contributions to German society and their role in promoting a positive image of the Philippines in Bavaria. She also enjoined the community to actively support the country’s role as Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 — a milestone platform to showcase Filipino culture, literature, and identity to the world. END

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STUTTGART’s PH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION UNDERSCORES DEEPENING FILIPINO-GERMAN SYNERGY

June 12, 2025

12 June 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt, led by Consul General Ivy Banzon-Abalos, joined the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration hosted by Honorary Consul Dr. Axel Neumahr at the Philippine Honorary Consulate in Stuttgart, with Wilhelmsfeld Mayor Tobias Dangel and key Filipino-German community leaders in attendance. The meaningful gathering not only commemorated the enduring spirit of Philippine freedom but also highlighted the growing bonds and collaborative spirit between Filipinos and Germans in the region. The Consulate continues to work closely with the Philippine Honorary Consulate in Stuttgart to deepen this synergy and strengthen cultural and community ties. As part of the event, a curated exhibition showcased Philippine literary works recently translated into German, providing a rich literary preview ahead of the Philippines’ role as Guest of Honour at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair. The Consulate also expressed appreciation to the Filipino community in Baden-Württemberg for their active engagement in the upcoming Ube Fiesta, part of the Kalayaan 2025 festivities, recognizing their vital role in celebrating and promoting Filipino culture in Germany. END

#Kalayaan2025

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Kalayaan 2025

June 12, 2025

The men and women of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt join our kababayans in Germany and beyond in celebrating the 127th Philippine Independence Day—honoring Kalayaan. Kasaysayan. Kinabukasan. Rooted in our history, driven by freedom, and united for the future, we stand proud as one Filipino nation across the globe. #Kalayaan2025

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‘TITIK AT TINIG’ HIGHLIGHTS THE POWER OF WORDS AND MUSIC IN PRESERVING FILIPINO HERITAGE IN GERMANY

June 2, 2025

In collaboration with the Philippine Department of Tourism Office in Frankfurt, the PH Consulate General in Frankfurt hosted on 30 May the event titled “Tinig at Titik: Philippine Heritage Night”. This cultural celebration showcased a rich blend of artistic expressions, featuring soulful acoustic OPM performances that resonated with attendees. The event also offered an open mic segment for poetry readings and storytelling, providing a platform for Filipino voices to share their poems, stories and literary works which served as a way to raise awareness and build excitement around the Philippines’ prestigious role as Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025. Held at Café Schee, a Filipino-owned coffee shop, the event celebrated Filipino entrepreneurship while promoting cultural exchange and community solidarity. Guests savored traditional Filipino dishes at the tasting corner, joined by a diverse crowd of Filipino-German youth, artists, professionals, and German patrons of Café Schee, all fostering pride and appreciation for Filipino heritage. END
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